PRESIDENTIAL ASPIRANT PETER OBI SURVIVES ATTACK IN BENIN
Benin City, Edo State – Presidential aspirant of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Mr. Peter Obi, has reportedly survived a shooting incident in Benin, the Edo State capital, today, Tuesday,…
LEAH SHARIBU’S POTENTIAL RELEASE TIED TO RANSOM, REPORTS SUGGEST
Fresh reports indicate that Leah Sharibu, the Christian schoolgirl held captive since 2018 by Boko Haram, may be released if a ransom is paid. This information comes from international human rights lawyer Emmanuel Ogebe. The disclosure was shared on the Jonathan Philip page, stating that members of Boko Haram have reportedly opened a channel proposing her release "in exchange for payment." However, as of press time, there has been no official confirmation from the Federal Government of Nigeria regarding this claim. Leah Sharibu was abducted in February 2018 along with other schoolgirls from the Government Girls’ Science and Technical College in Dapchi, Yobe State. While most of her classmates were later released, Sharibu was reportedly held back after refusing to renounce her Christian faith. This decision has made her a global symbol of resilience and religious conviction. Her continued captivity over the years has drawn widespread condemnation from religious groups, civil society organizations, and international human rights advocates. Campaigns calling for her release have resonated across Nigeria and internationally, keeping her case in the public eye. This latest report brings forth complex and urgent questions. Security analysts have long cautioned that "ransom payments to terrorist groups can strengthen their operational capacity," potentially financing further attacks or abductions. Conversely, supporters and advocates maintain that "saving a life should remain the highest priority." The international community has consistently called for sustained pressure on extremist groups in northeastern Nigeria, but decisive diplomatic or rescue breakthroughs in Sharibu’s case have remained elusive. As this development unfolds, Nigerians and global observers are awaiting official clarification and a clear course of action from authorities.
INSPECTOR-GENERAL OF POLICE KAYODE EGBETOKUN REPORTEDLY RESIGNS, TUNJI DISU TIPPED AS SUCCESSOR
Abuja – Nigeria's Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, has reportedly stepped down from office following a directive from President Bola Tinubu. Sources within the Presidency revealed on Tuesday that Egbetokun was "asked to resign" during a meeting with President Tinubu at the Presidential Villa in Abuja on Monday. It was further gathered that Assistant Inspector-General of Police in charge of the Force Criminal Investigation Department (CID) Annex, Lagos, Tunji Disu, is expected to succeed him. Egbetokun was appointed as the 22nd indigenous Inspector-General of Police by President Tinubu on June 19, 2023, with his appointment later confirmed by the Police Council on October 31 of the same year. He was 58 years old at the time of his appointment and was initially scheduled to retire on September 4, 2024, upon reaching the statutory retirement age of 60. However, the National Assembly subsequently amended the Police Act, a change that would have allowed him to complete a full four-year tenure as Inspector-General "unless removed by the President." Following this amendment, Egbetokun was expected to remain in office until October 31, 2027, prior to the reported directive leading to his resignation. As of the time of filing this report, there has been no official statement from either the Presidency or the Nigeria Police Force confirming these developments.
AGF WITHDRAWS CRIMINAL CHARGE AGAINST PROF. MIKE OZEKHOME
Abuja – The Attorney-General of the Federation (AGF), Lateef Fagbemi (SAN), on Tuesday withdrew the criminal charge filed by the Federal Government against Prof. Mike Ozekhome (SAN) over alleged property…
NUJ SEEKS STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP WITH TETFUND TO BOOST EDUCATION IN NIGERIA
Abuja, 23 February 2026 — The National President of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Comrade Alhassan Yahya, has called for a strategic partnership with the Tertiary Education Trust Fund…
NAFDAC SEALS 18 WAREHOUSES IN BIDA, ARRESTS FIVE OVER ₦100M EXPIRED FOOD PRODUCTS
Bida, Niger State – The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has sealed 18 warehouses in Bida, Niger State, and arrested five persons after discovering expired…
DEFENCE MINISTRY PLEDGES TO BOOST BORDER SECURITY, VETERANS’ WELFARE, AND POLICY REFORMS – GEN. MUSA (RTD)
Abuja, 23 February 2026 — The Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa (rtd), has restated the Federal Government’s resolve to strengthen border security, enhance veterans’ welfare, and revise key defence…
EDO STATE COMMISSIONING OF 54 CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT MARKS MAJOR BOOST TO GRASSROOTS DEVELOPMENT
Benin City, February 23, 2026 – The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has commissioned 54 units of construction equipment procured by the Edo State Government for…
NATIONAL ASSEMBLY JOINT COMMITTEE ON YOUTH DEVELOPMENT COMMENCES 2026 BUDGET DEFENCE SESSION FOR FEDERAL MINISTRY OF YOUTH DEVELOPMENT
Abuja, February 23, 2026 — The Joint Committee of the National Assembly on Youth Development has officially commenced the 2026 budget defence session for the Federal Ministry of Youth Development,…
FEDERAL HIGH COURT ADJOURNS CYBERSTALKING CASE AGAINST EX‑NBA CHAIRMAN TO APRIL 13, 2026
Benin City – A Federal High Court sitting in Benin City, presided over by Hon. Justice B. Quadri, has adjourned until April 13, 2026, the hearing of a cyberstalking charge…
